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GlossaryPostpartum

time after childbirth when a mother's body recovers

Postpartum, also known as postnatal or the period after childbirth, refers to the time following the delivery of a baby when the mother's body undergoes various physical and hormonal changes as it returns to a non-pregnant state. This period typically lasts about six weeks but can extend longer, and it involves recovery from childbirth, lactation initiation, and emotional adjustments, which can sometimes include postpartum depression.

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research Hirsutism, postpartum telogen effluvium, and male pattern alopecia

17 citations , March 2006 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

Hormonal changes during and after pregnancy can cause hair growth changes and hair loss, with treatments available for some conditions.

research The Postpartum Telogen Effluvium Fallacy

9 citations , January 2015 in “Skin appendage disorders”

The article suggests that the belief in common postpartum hair loss lacks sufficient evidence and may be overestimated.

research Postpartum telogen effluvium

7 citations , January 2015 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

Only about 20% of women have hair loss after childbirth severe enough to be considered clinically significant.

research Postpartum Telogen Effluvium Unmasking Traction Alopecia

1 citations , January 2022 in “Skin appendage disorders”

Hair shedding after childbirth can reveal a pre-existing condition of hair loss due to tight hairstyles.

research Postpartum Telogen Effluvium Unmasking Additional Latent Hair Loss Disorders.

May 2024 in “PubMed”

Postpartum hair loss can reveal hidden hair loss conditions.

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community DHT/Testosterone levels in scalp Fin VS Dut.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 66 upvotes 2 years ago

Dutasteride raises scalp testosterone by 99%, which may not be ideal for those sensitive to all androgens. Some argue finasteride's balancing act might be better, while others believe dutasteride is superior for hair regrowth.

community My friend is so terrified of balding, he started microdosing estrogen…

in Treatment 1522 upvotes 8 months ago

A person is microdosing estrogen for hair loss after finasteride and dutasteride failed, risking feminizing effects. Alternatives like minoxidil, RU58841, or hair transplants are suggested.

community How finasteride lowers brain's happiness steroid allopregnanolone and causes depression: systemic dihydroprogesterone crosses blood brain barrier, you don't even need finasteride and brain 5ar for that

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 284 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride may lower allopregnanolone levels, potentially affecting mood, but many users report improved mental health due to reduced hair loss. Experiences with finasteride and dutasteride vary, with some experiencing side effects and others finding them beneficial for hair retention and overall happiness.

community SOS – The cure for women = PREGNANCY

in Treatment 6 months ago

Pregnancy can temporarily reverse hair loss in women, but attempts to mimic pregnancy hormones with treatments like contraceptive pills, spironolactone, estradiol, progesterone, finasteride, and minoxidil have been ineffective. The discussion highlights the need for research into the hormonal mechanisms of pregnancy that affect hair regrowth.

community I need help my hair is falling out from the root and dead at the ends

in Female 7 upvotes 3 years ago

A female user is experiencing hair loss from the root and dead ends, likely due to post-partum effects, ankylosing spondylitis, and low iron. She seeks advice on improving hair health before going fully blonde.

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